Initiatives
Gas transmission pipeline
The gas pipeline project comprises the construction of an underground natural gas transmission pipeline built to tie into the existing Belfast Transmission Gas Pipeline, and two ‘Above Ground Installations’ (AGIs) at each respective end of the new pipeline, which are adjacent to the Beltoy Road and within the power station site. A planning application for the project has been approved by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council with construction underway.
Preserve economic generation
The objective of the project is to provide a gas supply to the Kilroot Power Station by the end of 2022. Having access to natural gas will provide longer term optionality as we look to preserve economic generation on the site.
Supply chain opportunities
The pipeline will represent an investment of around £15m in the local area and provide supply chain opportunities for local business during the construction phase. The introduction of a gas supply to the power station will add to the existing choice of fuels, provide additional security of supply for Northern Ireland and allow for more lower carbon power generation.
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With the potential for up to £600m of investment in a range of technologies and electricity generation solutions, it aims to be one of the most important milestones in the decarbonisation of our electricity generation system.